Intensivist - Critical Care Physician - $340k

Job Opportunity

Position Summary: Under the direction of the CMO, the provider will work within a small team at a local community hospital, supporting the physicians on staff, as well as working closely with Tele-ICU Physicians. We are seeking a full-time Provider who wants to work for a passionate team in New Jersey, caring for acute patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct Patient Care: Provide bedside care for critically ill patients in the intensive care unit (ICU), emergency department, and other acute care settings.
• Collaborative Care: Work closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, including nurses, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and specialists, to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Clinical Decision-Making: Make real-time decisions regarding critical care interventions, treatment adjustments, and monitoring protocols based on patient response and evolving clinical conditions.
• Patient and Family Education: Provide education to patients and their families about critical illness, treatment options, and recovery expectations. Foster an empathetic and supportive environment, especially when discussing end-of-life decisions and advanced directives.
• Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, and medical interventions in the hospital's electronic health record (EHR) system. Ensure compliance with hospital policies, clinical guidelines, and accreditation standards.
• Quality Improvement and Safety: Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety in the critical care unit. Contribute to hospital protocols, best practices, and evidence-based care guidelines. Identify and report safety concerns and participate in root cause analyses and action plans when needed.

Education: Board Certified in Critical Care MD/DO

Total compensation is based on several factors, including type of position, location, education level, work experience, and certifications.